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Modernization of Cochin Fishing Harbor to international standards to be completed by December 2023: Union Minister Dr. L. Murugan
An investment of Rs 169 crore to be envisaged for the project: Union Minister
Kochi, 03 January 2023
Union Minister of State for Information & Broadcasting and Fisheries, Animal Husbandry & Dairying, Dr L Murugan today said that the modernization of Cochin Fishing Harbor to meet international standards would be completed by December 2023. Addressing media persons after paying a visit to the Cochin Fishing Harbor here, the Union Minister pointed out that the Union Government led by Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi is always concerned about the welfare of the fishermen.
The projects were announced in the last union budget which envisioned to modernize not just Cochin fishing harbour but the harbours in Chennai, Vishakapttanam and Paradeep as well, he said. In regard to the modernization of Cochin Fishing Harbor, Dr Murugan said the tendering process of the project, which is being jointly funded by Ministry of Shipping and Ports and Ministry of fisheries, was complete. He said that Cochin Port Trust will also play a major role in the implementation of the project. “We are opting for PPP model also and a total of 169 crore will be invested in the same,” the Minister added.
Pointing out that the government was aiming at a complete makeover from the present state, Dr Murugan said that the focus was to develop basic infrastructure to international standards; developing landing centers; modernisation of post harvest facilities including fishing harbours, fish markets, cold storages, ice plants, etc. and ensuring high standards in terms of hygiene. Apart from all these, to ensure the welfare of the fishermen, harbours will have dormitory, restaurant and medical facilities. He added that modernization will be undertaken by including the opinion of stakeholders as well.
The Minister added that the Prime Minister’s concern towards the fishing sector was strongly evident from the fact that for the first time in the history, under the Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana scheme, 20,000 crore rupees was allocated in the budget for the fisheries sector. While Corona affected the entire world, the export of fisheries sector had increased by 32 percent in the country and India ranked second in aquaculture exports, the Union Minister said.
Hibi Eden MP, K J Maxy MLA, officials of Cochin Port Trust including Chairperson Dr M Beena accompanied the Minister during the visit. Earlier Dr L Murugan held a review meeting with Cochin Port Trust officials to review the progress of the project at the Port Trust Office.
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Ministry of Education
CBSE cancels Examinations for classes X and XII scheduled for 1st July to 15th, 2020 in view of prevailing circumstances due to Covid-19
Assessment for cancelled examinations to be done as per assessment scheme suggested by committee of CBSE for both Class-X and Class-XII
Union HRD Minister expresses his gratitude towards Supreme Court for giving priority to safety concerns of students
Results based upon the assessment scheme will be declared by 15th July, 2020- Shri Ramesh Pokhriyal ‘Nishank’
Keeping in view the request received from various State Governments and the prevailing circumstances due to Covid 19 as on date, CBSE has decided to cancel the Examinations for classes X and XII which were scheduled to be held from1st July to 15th2020. TheSupreme Court today has agreed on proposal of CBSE to cancel the examination and on a scheme to assess the final performance of students in their Classes X and XII exams.
Union HRD Minister Shri Ramesh Pokhriyal ‘Nishank’ expressed his gratitude towards Supreme Court for accepting CBSE proposal of not holding the CBSE examinations of class XII from 1st July to 15th July and for giving priority to safety concerns of students . He said that Assessment from the performance of students in the cancelled examination will be done based on the assessment scheme as suggested by competent committee of the CBSE for declaration of result for both Class-X and Class-XII.
ShriNishank said that CBSE will conduct an optional examination for class XII students in the subjects theexamination for which were scheduled to be conducted from 1st July to 15th, 2020 as soon as conditions are conducive. Candidates whose results will be declared based on the assessment scheme will be allowed to appear in these optional examinations to improve their performances, if they wish so. He said that no further examinations will be conducted for candidates in class X and the result declared by CBSE on the basis of assessment scheme will be treated as final.
The Union Minister said that results based upon the aforesaid assessment scheme will be declared by 15th July, 2020 so that candidates can apply and seek admission in Higher Education institutes.He said that we have proposed this scheme to Supreme Court because the health of students, parents, and teachers is our prime concern.
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Prime Minister's Office
PM congratulates H. E. Anthony Albanese for the victory of the Australian Labor Party, and his election as PM
The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi has congratulated H. E. Anthony Albanese for the victory of the Australian Labor Party, and his election as the Prime Minister.
In a tweet, the Prime Minister said;
"Congratulations @AlboMP for the victory of the Australian Labor Party, and your election as the Prime Minister! I look forward to working towards further strengthening our Comprehensive Strategic Partnership, and for shared priorities in the Indo-Pacific region."
Ministry of Statistics & Programme Implementation
Payroll Reporting in India – A Formal Employment Perspective
The National Statistical Office, Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation has released the press note on Employment Outlook of the country covering the period September, 2017 to August, 2020 based on the administrative records available with selected government agencies to assess the progress in certain dimensions. A detailed note is annexed.
A detailed note is annexed
AYUSH
Prime Minister’s Awards for Outstanding Contribution for Promotion and Development of Yoga - 2018
Shri Vishwas Mandalik, Nasik and The Yoga Institute, Mumbai are the recipients of the Prime Minister's Award for outstanding contribution for promotion and development of Yoga for the year 2018. The selection was done from among 186 nominations received under different categories.
On the occasion of the 2nd International Day of Yoga celebrations at Chandigarh on 21st June, 2016, the Hon’ble Prime Minister had announced the institution of awards for the promotion and development of Yoga. The Ministry of AYUSH developed the guidelines for the awards. Two committees were constituted, viz., Screening Committee  and Evaluation Committee , so that a transparent process is followed in finalizing the awards. Nomination for the awards were invited through open advertisement.
The Screening Committee chaired by Secretary  drew up a shortlist from the 186 applications. The Jury chaired by the Cabinet Secretary, with the Additional Principal Secretary to Prime Minister, the Foreign Secretary, Secretary , Dr. H. R. Nagendra, Sh. O. P. Tiwari and Dr. B. N. Gangadhar as members, examined the recommendations of the Screening Committee, and also made its own analysis of the contributions made by the institutions and individuals shortlisted.
After considering all relevant facts and other inputs, the Jury recommended that the Award for the current year be given to Sh. Vishwas Mandalik  and The Yoga Institute, Mumbai .
The Government of India has accepted the recommendation to honour the Sh. Vishwas Mandalik, Nasik and The Yoga Institute, Mumbai with the Prime Minister’s Award for Outstanding Contribution for the Promotion and Development of Yoga for 2018. The award for 2017 was won by Ramamani Iyengar Memorial Yoga Institute, Pune.
Sh. Vishwas Mandalik acquired in-depth knowledge of authentic Patanjali & Hatha Yoga, Bhagwad Gita and Upnishad by study and research of ancient scriptures for over last 55 years. In 1978, he set up first branch of Yoga Vidya Dham, and as of today there are 160 centres in India. He established Yoga Institute called Yoga Vidhya Gurukul in 1983 for the Yoga Education. Yoga Chaitanya Seva Pratisthan, a trust was set up by him to propagate Yoga in remote parts of India in 1994. He has written 42 books and developed 300 CDs to cover various training courses.
The Yoga Institute - established in 1918 by Shri Yogendraji, has completed its 100 years serving the society, touching the lives of over 10 Million people during its journey. It has produced more than 50000 yoga teachers and has over 500 publications to its credit. The Yoga Institute has contributed to the promotion and development of holistic Yoga for over 10 decades, and served every section of the society both locally and globally.
The winners will be felicitated with of a Trophy, Certificate and a Cash Award each. The value of each Cash Award would be Rs. 25.00 lakhs.
Ministry of Agriculture &
Farmers Welfare
Rice sowing area surpasses 400 lakh hectares marks
Shri Anna/Coarse cereals sown in 182 lakh hectares
Sugarcane area stood at 59.91 lakh hectares
Kharif Crop sowing crosses 1088 lakh hectares
The Department of Agriculture & Farmers’ Welfare has released progress of area coverage under kharif crops as on 8th September 2023.
Area: In lakh hactare
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S. No.
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Crop
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Area Sown
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2023
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2022
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1
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Rice
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403.41
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392.81
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2
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Pulses
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119.91
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131.17
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a
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Arhar
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42.92
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45.61
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b
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Urdbean
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31.89
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37.08
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c
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Moongbean
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31.11
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33.67
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d
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Kulthi
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0.31
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0.29
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e
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Other pulses
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13.68
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14.53
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3
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Shri Anna cum Coarse cereals
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182.21
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181.24
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a
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Jowar
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14.08
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15.58
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b
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Bajra
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70.84
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70.46
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c
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Ragi
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8.73
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9.29
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d
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Small millets
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5.24
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4.93
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e
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Maize
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83.33
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80.97
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4
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Oilseeds
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191.49
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193.30
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a
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Groundnut
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43.73
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45.30
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b
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Soybean
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125.40
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124.06
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c
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Sunflower
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0.70
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2.00
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d
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Sesamum
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11.98
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12.97
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e
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Niger
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0.57
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0.88
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f
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Castor
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9.00
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7.94
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g
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Other Oilseeds
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0.11
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0.14
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5
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Sugarcane
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59.91
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55.65
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6
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Jute & Mesta
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6.57
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6.97
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7
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Cotton
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125.00
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126.87
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Total
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1088.50
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1088.02
Ministry of Culture
Award of Scholarships to Young Artists
The Ministry of Culture is implementing the scheme component of ‘Scholarships to Young Artists in Different Cultural Fields ’ to grant Scholarship to Young Artists in different cultural fields including traditional arts forms for undergoing advanced training in their respective fields. Under this scheme component, a Scholarship of Rs. 5,000/- per month is provided to selected Scholars for a period of 02 years in four equal six monthly installments. The selected scholars should be in the age group of 18 years to 25 years and have been undergoing training under any Guru or Institution for a minimum of 5 years. The Scholars are selected on the basis of their performance in a personal interview / interaction before an Expert Committee for Scholarship constituted by the Ministry.
‘Award of Scholarships to Young Artists in Different Cultural Fields’ is one of the three scheme components of a scheme namely ‘Scheme of Scholarship and Fellowship for Promotion of Art and Culture’. An amount of Rs. 15.83 crores has been allocated during the FY 2020-21 for all the three components of the above said scheme including the scheme component of ‘Award of Scholarships to Young Artists in Different Cultural Fields’.
The number of young artists who have availed Award during the last three batch years i.e 2016-17, 2017-18 and 2018-19 is 312, 315 and 384 respectively.
This information was given by the Minister of State  of Culture and Tourism, Shri Prahlad Singh Patel in a written reply in the Rajya Sabha today.
Ministry of Health and Family Welfare
Update on COVID-19 Vaccine Availability in States/UTs
More than 202.52 Crore vaccine doses provided to States/UTs
More than 3.98 Crore balance and unutilized vaccine doses still available with States/UTs
The Union Government is committed to accelerating the pace and expanding the scope of COVID-19 vaccination throughout the country. The nationwide COVID 19 vaccination started on 16th January 2021. The new phase of universalization of COVID-19 vaccination commenced from 21st June 2021. The vaccination drive has been ramped up through availability of more vaccines, advance visibility of vaccine availability to States and UTs for enabling better planning by them, and streamlining the vaccine supply chain.
As part of the nationwide vaccination drive, Government of India has been supporting the States and UTs by providing them COVID Vaccines free of cost. In the new phase of the universalization of the COVID19 vaccination drive, the Union Government will procure and supply  75% of the vaccines being produced by the vaccine manufacturers in the country to States and UTs.
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VACCINE DOSES
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SUPPLIED
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2,02,52,52,325
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BALANCE AVAILABLE
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3,98,91,440
More than 202.52 crore  vaccine doses have been provided to States/UTs so far through Govt. of India  and through direct state procurement category.
More than 3.98 Cr  balance and unutilized COVID Vaccine doses are still available with the States/UTs to be administered.
UPSC
Engineering Services Examination, 2019
On the basis of the result of the written part of the Engineering Services  Examination, 2019 held by the Union Public Service Commission  on 6th January, 2019, the candidates with the under mentioned Roll Numbers have qualified for Engineering Services  Examination, 2019. The result is also available on the U.P.S.C.’s Website https://upsc.gov.in
The candidature of these candidates is purely provisional at all the stages of the Examination subject to satisfying the prescribed eligibility conditions. The candidates declared qualified are required to appear in the Engineering Services  Examination, 2019 to be held on 30th June, 2019. The qualified candidates are further advised to refer to the Rules of the Engineering Services Examination, 2019 issued by the Ministry of Railways and the Examination Notice No.01/2019 dated 26.09.2018 issued by the Commission, which is available on its Website. The candidates may download their e-admit cards from the Commission’s Website around 3 weeks before the commencement of the Engineering Services  Examination, 2019. Candidates are also informed that marks and cut-off marks of Engineering Services  Examination, 2019 will be uploaded on the Commission’s website i.e., https://upsc.gov.in after the entire process of Engineering Services Examination, 2019 is over i.e. after the declaration of final result of Engineering Services Examination, 2019. No request for change of centre/discipline for Engineering Services  Examination, 2019 will be entertained under any circumstances.
3. Union Public Service Commission has a Facilitation Counter at its campus. Candidate may obtain any information/clarification regarding their examination/result on working days between 10.00 A.M. to 5.00 P.M. in person or over Telephone Nos. 23388088, -23385271/23381125/23098543 from this counter.
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Ministry of Education
Studies through Online and Multimedia
To facilitate the online learning by all students a comprehensive initiative called PM eVIDYA has been initiated as part of AtmaNirbhar Bharat Abhiyaan on 17th May, 2020, which unifies all efforts related to digital/online/on-air education to enable multi-mode access to education. The initiative includes:
- DIKSHA the nation’s digital infrastructure for providing quality e-content for school education in states/UTs and QR coded Energized Textbooks for all grades . Till date  DIKSHA has more than 402 crores learning sessions, more than 4,844 crore learning minutes and more than 2,730 crores page hits with more than 5 crore average daily page hits. A total of 2,27,704pieces of e-contents are live on DIKSHA as on date.
- One earmarked SwayamPrabha TV channel per class from 1 to 12 : The same content is simulcast through YouTube and Jio channels, where the viewership as per latest data is 7,48,06,128.
- Extensive use of Radio, Community radio and CBSE Podcast- ShikshaVani: 3,211 pieces of curriculum-based radio programmes  for its dissemination/ broadcast on 230 Radio Stations , 132 All India Radio stations, Podcasts on iRadio and JioSaavn Mobile apps.
- Special e-content for visually and hearing impaired developed on Digitally Accessible Information System  and in sign language on NIOS website/ YouTube: In all 767 textbook based ISL videos recorded. Out of these 510 textbook based on ISL videos are uploaded on DIKSHA. Out of 10,000 word ISL dictionary words, all 10,000 ISL dictionary words have been uploaded on DIKSHA. 3,142 audio books chapters are also uploaded on DIKSHA. The data given w.r.t. DIKSHA usage, includes this e-content.
The information was given by the Minister of State for Education, Smt. Annpurna Devi in a written reply in the LokSabha today.
Ministry of Education
Union HRD Minister interacts through Video Conference with heads, teachers and students of several universities, colleges and schools across the country on COVID- 19
Shri Nishank expresses gratitude to all the teachers and students for playing an active role in the war against COVID-19
Ministry of Human Resource Development stands with its students and teachers in difficult times - Shri Ramesh Pokhriyal Nishank
Union HRD Minister Shri Ramesh Pokhriyal 'Nishank' today interacted with heads, students and teachers of several universities, colleges andschools, across the country through video conferencing about the corona virus spread across the country and the world.
The Union Minister not only listened to their problems but also thanked them for their active role in making people aware of the measures taken by the Government to fight this epidemic. More than 800 people across the country joined the meeting through Video Conferencing.
Shri Nishank appreciated the efforts of 1000 universities, 45000 colleges, 1.5 million students, more than one crore teachers and more than 33 crore students across the country who have contributed significantly in fighting the spread of the virus. He said that all the people have not only shown unprecedented patience in the time of this crisis but also made people aware to take necessary precautions and stay healthy to combat COVID-19.
Union Minister said that it isa result of commitment of all the teachers that online education system has been started in such a short time in the country, through which millions of students are taking advantage. Shri Pokhriyal congratulated all Higher Educational institutions including IITs across the country for their research in preparing the medical equipment for use in the fight against Coronavirus.
Shri Pokhriyal also heard patiently to the problems of all the teachers and students. The Minister assured everyone that the Ministry will take all possible steps to ensure holistic developmentof students. He also assured all the teachers that they should contact their Principal or Vice Chancellor if they themselves or any member of their family has unfortunately become ill. The Union Minister assured that all the medical assistance will be provided by the Ministry.
The Minister also urged that all teachers and students to follow the advisory issued by the Ministry of AYUSH and motivate others to follow it. He said that the students of today are the future of tomorrow and if the students keep themselves healthy at this time then our future will also be healthy and secure.
Shri Pokhriyal asked everybody to show solidarity by lighting candles, mobile torches, etc. at 9 pm on April 5 as per the call of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, to get new energy to fight the epidemic.
Ministry of Communications
Controller of Communications Accounts - Maharashtra & Goa’s Padayatra and clean-up drive to create awareness about Swachhata
Mumbai, 17 October 2022
In view of the Special Campaign 2.0 “SWACHHATA HI SEVA” the O/o Controller of Communications Accounts , Maharashtra & Goa, Ministry of Communications, Government of India organized a PADYATRA and CLEANLINESS DRIVE at Juhu Beach on 17th October 2022 in MUMBAI. All the officials of the Controller of Communication Accounts MH & Goa office participated in the Awareness initiative.
The PADYATRA was flagged off by Mrs. Vibha Govil Mishra, Controller of Communication Accounts  from the O/o CCA, Maharashtra & Goa, Juhu Telecom Complex at 03.30 PM in presence of Mrs. Rashmi R D, Joint Controller of Communication Accounts and Shri. R S Warang Deputy Controller of Communication Accounts. Padyatra went on as per the designated route following all necessary instructions and COVID-19 protocol. During the Padyatra, the officials displayed various slogans, messages and placards for creating awareness.
The Padyatra culminated at Juhu beach, the officials enthusiastically participated in the Cleanliness Drive at Juhu Beach and conveyed the message of “SWACHHATA HI SEVA” Special Campaign 2.0. The general public also actively supported the officials and engaged in the Cleanliness drive.
Subsequently, Mrs. Vibha Govil Mishra, Controller of Communication Accounts  from the O/o CCA, Maharashtra & Goa addressed the participants and conveyed the message of maintaining cleanliness in day to day life.
The Padyatra & Cleanliness drive was able to create a Positive atmosphere among all the participants and achieved the aim of creating awareness of cleanliness with the help of the staff of CCA , and necessary support from Mumbai Police and BMC.PIB Mumbai | SC/DR
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Prime Minister's Office
Indian Air Force invites India's Academia, Scientific Community and Industry to Collaborate and partner in its thrust for Self Reliance
PM calls it as Great opportunity for India’s sharpest minds and dynamic entrepreneurs
Indian Air Force has invited India's Academia, Scientific Community and Industry to Collaborate and partner in its thrust for Self Reliance. 31 invitations for Expression of Interest have been floated on the eve of Aero India 2023.
The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi has called it as a great opportunity for India’s sharpest minds and dynamic entrepreneurs to be vital partners in the mission towards self-reliance. In response to a tweet by Indian Air Force, the Prime Minister said;
“A great opportunity for India’s sharpest minds and dynamic entrepreneurs to be vital partners in the mission towards self-reliance and that too in the defence sector, which has always made our nation proud.”
Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways
Cabinet approves grant of moratorium to Cochin Port Authority on repayment of GoI loans for a period of three years
The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs chaired by Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi has approved a moratorium of three years  to Cochin Port Authority  towards repayment of the balance outstanding Government of India  loans amounting to Rs. 446.83 crore to tide over the financial crisis due to COVID-19 pandemic.
The amount was to be repaid in 10 instalments commencing from 2018-19. However, Cochin Port Authority could pay the instalments of 2018-19 and 2019-20 only. From 2020-21, the traffic was badly impacted due to Covid-19 pandemic which adversely impacted the cash inflow. As a result, Cochin Port could not pay the instalments of 2020-21 and 2021-22.
Cochin Port has been brought under the Major Port Authorities Act, 2021 with effect from November 2021. The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs  on 24.08.2016 had approved the proposal for waiver of Penal interest on Government of India Loans taken by Cochin Port for various infrastructural developmental activities during 1936-37 to 1994-95.